Avis LE CHANTECLER Nice

I will preface that this review is very unpleasant, just like my experience here. Since the restaurant put so much effort to this meal, I think it would be a disservice to not leave a meaningful review. Maybe the dishes were not suited for my taste, but I was surprised to discover that I did not enjoy any of the courses. I found the taste to be so unpleasant that I felt as though I was being held against my will to finish the meal. In the end, my family left dinner before completing the final course. Perhaps this kind of cuisine and preparation is too sophisticated for us but I beg to differ.

I believe flavor in food is somewhat universal in the sense that flavors can be broken down to the five basic flavors: sweet, salty, sour, spicy, or bitter. When something tastes good, it is because each ingredient or combination of flavors and textures complement each other. In my opinion, every dish failed in some aspect such that ingredients, textures, or flavors were too dissonant to each other. Moreover, there was a recurring theme where one flavor overpowered all the others (for example majority of dishes were very salty). One could say the dishes were like abstract art such that the flavors and textures did not match; I had no idea what to interpret of each dish. In a sense, the creativity went too far that flavors became too convoluted and chaotic. One could say that if the food was prepared in a more simple way that it would be much more palatable. Sometimes “less is more.”

The silver lining to this meal was the service staff; they were all extremely cordial and professional so I applaud the team for their excellence. It’s a shame that service was so amazing despite my disappointment in the meal. If you enjoy something very exotic or very abstract/dissonant flavors, then this will be the place for you. For me however, you would need to pay me to eat here again.

Such a wonderful and memorable Michelin restaurant. We did the surprise menu and were not disappointed! Service was excellent and the live piano player was a great touch.

Wonderful

전체적으로 음식이 맛이 없었다. 서비스는 만족스러웠지만 음식 자체의 비주얼만 좋을뿐 맛은 좋지 못했습니다. 재방문의사가 없다. 분위기는 최상급이었습니다. 와인 리스트가 좋음

Overall I had a good experience at the Chantecler. My husband and I dined there while visiting Nice in July, 2025. We arrived early for our reservation and were graciously welcomed into the restaurant. We chose to go with the chef's choice 8 course tasting menu and wine pairings. The meal was mostly spectacular with some of the highlights being the marvelous bread service, the duck and beetroot dish, the trout and caviar(my husband had this dish), the veal sweetbread dish, the CHEESE oh my god the CHEESE!, as well as the olive oil and orange blossom ice cream dish. Another stand out experience there was the sommelier and his wine pairings. You could tell he had extreme passion and expertise for his profession, and took a lot of thought and care in choosing the perfect wines to pair with our meal. I absolutely loved the fortified wine that he siphoned from a large jug, it was such fun!

There were however a few things that detracted from the experience which is why I gave them only 4 stars. The first being that I immediately informed them that I do not eat any seafood, and the first "surprise" that they sent out was little bites with things like trout and anchovies in them. I know that this was not officially part of what we ordered, but it did make me feel uncomfortable not eating them and they did not remove them from the table for at least two courses following that and it just felt wrong. The second item that really took away from the experience was the music. They had a pianist playing throughout our meal and he was playing American pop music from the 70s-90s. It was cringeworthy to be eating in such an opulent restaurant and then having Billy Joel songs or My Heart Will Go On bridgerton style blasting into the dining room. For a long time it was all we could talk about during our meal and it was super distracting. I think classical music or jazz would have been less tacky. Finally was the restroom situation. You had to exit the restaurant, walk upstairs, and then when you entered the ladies room you were greeted with an odd airport style toilet in the stall. It was bizarre, and I have certainly been in more luxurious bathrooms in less luxurious restaurants. It was particularly annoying because during a lengthy 4 hour meal, you may need to use the bathroom more than once. Our bill came to right around 1300 euros, and you would expect perfection at that price point. They came a little short of perfection.

(side note, they had originally requested a review via tripadvisor, but when I attempted to post this exact review verbatim, it blocked me from posting it saying they do not accept vulgar language, but nothing in my review is vulgar. It seems like they pad their reviews on tripadvisor from speaking negatively about them.)

Excellent restaurant gastronomique que j'ai fait à Nice. Plats et services parfaits. Vue sur mer magnifiquedepuis la terrasse en hauteur. Serveuse très plaisante et professionnelle. Tout était sublime.

Ce restaurant étoilé s’impose comme une référence gastronomique sur la Côte d’Azur.
Dans un décor élégant et apaisé, la cheffe Virginie Basselot propose un voyage ambitieux autour de la haute gastronomie méditerranéenne avec créativité et respect du produit.
Le menu en huit services est riche en découvertes.
Les amuse-bouches (tartelette au raifort, pissaladière miniature, socca revisitée) traduisent une réinterprétation fine du patrimoine local.
Tout au long du repas, on peut déguster les beurres au plancton et caviar, accompagné d’une focaccia maison.

Parmi nos plats marquantes :
Le tartare de loup sauvage, un plat d’une grande fraîcheur et équilibré entre saveurs iodées et acidulées.
La soupe au pistou, transformée en une composition moderne, le goût est familier, mais la forme surprend.
La lotte de Méditerranée, juste nacrée, fond en bouche grace à l’émulsion citronnée chaude.
Le trou normand, proposé sous forme de sucettes glacées, un moment rafraîchissant.

En deuxième partie de menu :
Les ravioles de joue de bœuf au vin de Bellet, un plat riche et fondant.
Le pigeon, cuit à la perfection, un plat très fin.
La sélection de fromages est généreuse, nous avons choisi quelques fromages avant d’ouvrir sur un final sucré :
Un pré-dessert à la pomme infusée à l’hibiscus, rafraîchissant et élégant.
Un dessert autour de l’huile d’olive, amène une douceur herbacée, parfumé à la fleur d''oranger et un croquant amer par le cacao.

Un service, fluide et attentif :
Océane, notre chef de rang, a mené le repas avec beaucoup de professionnalisme.
Louka a partagé avec enthousiasme son travail sur les desserts
Ricardo, figure emblématique de la maison, apporte une élégance discrète et des conseils avisés.
Les sommeliers ont donnés de très bons conseils tout au long du repas.

Enfin, un moment marquant : la cheffe Virginie Basselot prend le temps de saluer chaque table en salle.
Une attention rare dans les établissements de ce niveau, qui souligne sa présence et son engagement.
Nous avons eu le plaisir d’échanger quelques mots avec elle, et de conserver un souvenir photographique mémorable de ce moment.

Une table niçoise incontournable pour qui souhaite découvrir une cuisine régionale modernisée, dans l’un des cadres les plus prestigieux de la ville.
Nous reviendrons sans hésiter !

Les jumeaux de Toulouse

My experience at this restaurant was deeply disappointing — not due to anything served at the table, but because of a stance that borders on arrogance and outdated elitism: being denied entry based on a subjective and mistaken judgment about my attire.

Despite wearing clothing that was entirely appropriate for the setting — respectful, clean, and aligned with a smart-casual standard — I was met with condescension and ultimately refused entry under the pretense of not meeting a supposed “dress code.” This reflects not only poor training on the part of the reception staff but also a regressive view of elegance that confuses discretion with discrimination.

In an era where hospitality should be synonymous with inclusivity and respect for individual expression, it is disheartening to encounter establishments that still uphold such arbitrary and exclusionary practices. True sophistication lies not in imposing superficial standards of appearance, but in knowing how to welcome with courtesy and empathy.

I will certainly not return — and cannot recommend this place to anyone who values respect.

The service was very bad from one of the attendants, there was a certain amount of discrimination.

It was really amazing experience. Fantastic food, great wine. I will definitely come back here again.

Ein kulinarisches Meisterwerk im Le Chantecler – Nizza

Das Le Chantecler in Nizza hat mich auf ganzer Linie begeistert – und das auf einem Niveau, das weit über seinen aktuellen einen Michelin-Stern hinausgeht. Was hier auf den Tisch kommt, ist schlichtweg das beste Ein-Stern-Michelin-Menü, das ich je erleben durfte.

Schon beim Betreten des Restaurants wird klar: Hier stimmt alles – das Ambiente ist zeitlos elegant, voller Raffinesse und Wärme. Es schafft den perfekten Rahmen für ein außergewöhnliches kulinarisches Erlebnis. Der Service? Makellos. Zuvorkommend, aufmerksam und gleichzeitig angenehm unaufdringlich – genau so, wie man es sich wünscht.

Doch das Herzstück ist natürlich die Küche: Jeder Gang war ein Kunstwerk – geschmacklich wie visuell. Die Qualität der Produkte, das Handwerk, die Kompositionen und die Präsentation auf dem Teller sprechen eine Sprache, die ganz klar Richtung drei Michelin-Sterne zielt. Es ist ein Genuss auf Weltklasse-Niveau, der mehr als nur ein kulinarisches Erlebnis ist – es ist eine Erinnerung, die bleibt.

Meiner Meinung nach gehört das Le Chantecler auf die Liste der World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Ein wahrer Geheimtipp, der längst kein Geheimnis mehr sein sollte.

Un très bon moment service impeccable et cadre magnifique en ce qui concerne les plats petite déception dommage

Exceptional Dining Experience. The restaurant offers a wonderful ambiance and a very welcoming team. Our four-hour meal was a journey through beautifully prepared dishes. The ingredient combinations were both surprising and delightful. Our group sampled the a la carte menu, the 8-course tasting menu, and the 5-course tasting menu. The pacing of each course and the palate cleansers in between were well-timed. The staff ensured everyone felt included by offering extra small plates to those with fewer courses. The unexpected birthday desserts at the end were a delicious surprise. I would certainly recommend this Michelin-starred restaurant.

Nous avons dîné en mars dernier . Ce fut un moment extraordinaire. Un personnel sympathique , actif à toute épreuve . Une cuisine de haute voltige ! Des plats raffinés , colorés , goûteux , délicieux ! Merci à tous et à Mme la chef et sa brigade .

Absolutely a joy to be treated so special ... the service was outstanding and personalized. Each dish was presented with flair. The tastes, refined.

Definition of fine dining ????

Ну конечно Ну конечно же ресторан номер один на лазурном берегу! Прямо в роскошном отеле Негреско! Великолепие и роскошь во всём! Нереально вкусная Еда. Я конечно кушала лобстера попробуйте ихнюю вину карту а также удивитель десерты.

A perfect restaurant for a perfect night! This place truly deserves its Michelin star. Our evening at Le Chantecler was filled with delightful surprises, from complimentary entrées to special birthday desserts. Every bite was an explosion of flavors. The service was impeccable, and the elegant ambiance made us feel transported to another world.

A special mention for the takeaway gift—the best gingerbread I’ve ever tasted.

I highly recommend this unforgettable experience!

Michelin 1 Star 3 Course Meal Fine Dining ????
Delicious Foie Gras, Seabass & Desserts pairing with 3 types of Wines ????
Good services and nice atmosphere ????

Un très beau et bon moment
Cadre magnifique Pianiste très agréable service aux petits soins et efficaces pas trop d attente entre chaque
Pas mal de découvertes gustatives
Des must comme la daube ou le dessert a l hibiscus
Le pain excellent
Une chef qui s adapte en fonction de nos goûts et des allergies.

En somme une excellente soirée en amoureux. A refaire
Merci beaucoup

We were a party of five adults. My wife and I and her sister have eaten at many Michelin 1-star restaurants in both France and the USA, as well as 2 and 3-star Michelin restaurants. In this instance, overall, the food was well thought out and creative in our 5-course tasting menu. However, the next morning, feeling a good deal of dry mouth, we recognized the chef used a lot of salt to enhance flavors - something we consider currently a bit passe'. The service was efficient, but hardly gracious, and at times, bordering on a tad gruff.
Shortly after we sat down a piano player began to play tunes such as "Hotel California," "Yesterday," "Stairway to Heaven," and other Muzak-like tunes, which was quite annoying in a fine dining setting. We asked the maître d' if it was alright for the playing to be more muted, and that was accommodated. But goodness, it was such a relief when the piano stopped for a long break. The room setting was just "nice" but rather pedestrian, especially in comparison to the hotel itself, which may have one of the grandest interiors in all of Europe.
One of our party preferred to have a cocktail and when saying he didn't want any wine to the staff at the table, was not offered a drink menu. When they returned, he asked for it, and they said they would bring it. Which they forgot. So, he had to ask yet again for the cocktail menu. That's a bit annoying in a 1-star restaurant. I had the wine pairing, but the rest of our party did not have wine or cocktails. I felt that at 150 Euro for four glasses of 6cl wine, and the three Italian wines presented, only one of which was vintage, this was significantly overpriced. The last of the four wines was a 10-year tawny port. I drink port regularly, and this was a label I wasn't familiar with, but a 10-year tawny is rather run-of-the-mill, and it was way, way overchilled, as port should be served at room temperature. Dessert, however, was scrumptious, as were the petit fours accompanying this last course.
It is perhaps my bad habit that I don't check the bill in a Michelin starred restaurant as I respect they have calculated it properly. I photographed the bill as the other couple were going to pay us later for their share of their tasting menu. Upon returning home, in reviewing the bill, I discovered that the restaurant had charged us for two wine pairings at 150 Euro each. Mind you that I had a wine pairing, one of our party had a cocktail, and no one else had wine or liquor. Hence, I had to phone the hotel, who connected me three different times to voicemail for the restaurant, and upon making the fourth call to the hotel (the restaurant doesn't have a direct phone number), I was put in touch with the manager. He phoned me back to say he had "good news," in that they would credit back the overcharge. Hmmm. All-in-all, I cannot think of any other Michelin-starred restaurant that we wouldn't happily return to, except for Le Chantecler.

Lieu magnifique et personnel aux petits soins.
Menu 5 services excellent et parfaitement élaboré

When you go to a Michelin restaurant you have many expectations and you will not be disappointed at all. Classic French historic environment from the moment you walk into the hotel and walk to the restaurant. From the amazing art work to the stunning restaurant awaits you. The food experience is second to none. We dined on Friday evening and just wanted to share the experience. Enjoy

Le Chantecler est un véritable bijou culinaire au cœur de Nice. Ce restaurant étoilé au guide Michelin propose une expérience gastronomique exceptionnelle avec une présentation soignée et des saveurs raffinées. Le cadre élégant et chaleureux ajoute une touche de sophistication à chaque repas. Les plats, préparés avec des ingrédients locaux de qualité, sont un véritable délice pour les papilles. Le service est impeccable, avec une attention aux détails qui rend chaque visite mémorable. Que vous cherchiez une occasion spéciale ou simplement un repas de haute qualité, Le Chantecler est une adresse à ne pas manquer !

My husband and I came as part of our honeymoon and It's been such a wonderful experience! The food and service were exceptional!
Many thanks to Dario for making us feel like royalty
Worth every euro

Soirée du réveillon : tout était presque parfait. En effet la proposition en aperitif d une coupe de Ruinard facturée 60€ alors que le menu était à 950€ est très critiquable. C est du commerce " petit bras " et exploitation du client .. manque de tact, manque de goût...

If I need to tell only one word, it could be "excelent".. all of the meal, staff, cook.. ect were wonderfull. You feel yourself as a Queen or king.. from here we want to appreciate to our waiter "Ricardo". You were so welcome. Highly recommend.

C'est sans hésiter le Chantecler que nous avons choisi pour nos 21 ans de mariage.
Les mots nous manquent pour retranscrire la perfection de cette soirée.

Tout commence par une prise en charge charmante et attentionnée de Chloé, l'hôtesse du restaurant.
Confortablement installés dans ce havre de paix, la farendole des merveilles gustatives commence.
Le menu surprise en huit actes associé à l'accord mets/vins est juste sublime.
Robin SALVADORI et ses assistantes sommelières nous proposent des pépites sélectionnées avec soin pour parfaire le mariage avec les plats.

La cuisine élaborée par la cheffe Virginie BASSELOT est subtile, surprenante, inventive, maîtrisée et nous avons beaucoup de respect en imaginant les décennies de travail nécessaires pour en arriver à un tel niveau; plus qu'une cheffe, on parle bien d'une artiste derrière son piano (et je sais de quoi je parle sur ce point ????)
Ce qu'on déguste ici, on ne le déguste nulle part ailleurs...c'est tout a fait exceptionnel.

La présentation de chaque plat est sublimée par une vaisselle magnifique.
Côté service, impossible de trouver une faute.
Tout est calme et sous le contrôle de l'excellent Nawfal MARZAK dont la réputation n'est plus à faire.

Merci et bravo à tous les acteurs qui oeuvrent dans l'ombre du Chantecler, notamment en cuisine (et ils sont nombreux) pour rendre possible cette excellence.
Bien plus qu'un restaurant......le Chantecler est un rêve.

Superbe

Tout simplement la perfection !!!
Une expérience gastronomique unique, dans un cadre incroyable avec un service irréprochable, et le tout dans une ambiance chaleureuse.
Mon épouse et moi même avions pris le menu "Les secrets de Virginie" en 8 actes avec accord mets-vins: un voyage exceptionnel au pays du raffinement préparé avec des produits fantastiques.
Mes deux jumeux de 13 ans ont déguster le menu " Le chant des saveurs". Une expérience incroyable et inoubliable qu'ils se rappelleront toute leur vie.
Ma dernière fille de 7 ans a savouré le menu "La Madeleine de Proust" et nous en redemande encore ....
Chaque plat est présenté avec une passion communicative, par une équipe dynamique et souriante.
Les plats s'enchaînent avec un rythme parfait.
La sommelière nous a fait voyager et découvrir des vins sublimes
Encore bravo pour votre travail et votre professionnalisme.
Et mille mercis à la cheffe, Virginie BASSELOT, artiste incontournable de la gastronomie française.